Most common 2002 Kia Sephia problems
Share of the 6 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Kia Sephia complaints by model year
Best Sephia years: 2002, 1995, 2001. Years to avoid: 1998, 1999, 2000, 1997. Compare all years →
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2002 Kia Sephia a good car?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2002 Sephia rates better than average: 96% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Sephia at the same age. It is one of the best Sephia years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2002 Kia Sephia?
The wheels & tires — 1 complaint, 17% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the brakes (1) and electrical system (1).
How many recalls does the 2002 Kia Sephia have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2002 Kia Sephia. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Kia Sephia?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2002, 1995 and 2001. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 1998, 1999, 2000 and 1997. See the full Kia Sephia years comparison.
At what mileage do 2002 Kia Sephia problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 22,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.